Major inverted chord - ukulele

Major chord inversions place a note other than the root in the bass. The 1st inversion (third in bass) and 2nd inversion (fifth in bass) offer varied harmonic colors and facilitate smooth progressions.

Intervals

Degree IIIIV
Interval RootMajor thirdPerfect fifth
Semitones 047

Formula 1 - 3 - 5

Theory

An inversion moves the root upward. 1st inversion: third-fifth-root (3-5-1). 2nd inversion: fifth-root-third (5-1-3). Inversions create melodic bass lines and smoother harmonic progressions.

Examples

Example: Do Major inverted

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Styles

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